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Norwich State Hospital For The Mentally Insane: A History of Hauntings

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  Norwich State Hospital was a psychiatric hospital that operated in Norwich, Connecticut from 1904 to 1996. The hospital was home to over 3,000 patients at its peak, and many of them died there. As a result, the hospital is said to be haunted by the spirits of its former residents. There have been many reports of paranormal activity at Norwich State Hospital. Some of the most common reports include: Seeing apparitions of former patients and staff. Hearing disembodied voices. Feeling cold spots or being touched by unseen hands. Experiencing strange electrical disturbances. One of the most famous ghost stories about Norwich State Hospital is the story of the "Black-Eyed Children." These children are said to be the spirits of young patients who were abused at the hospital. They are often seen wandering the grounds of the hospital, their eyes glowing black. Another famous ghost story is the story of the "Woman in White." This woman is said to be the spirit of a